The Ultimate Guide to EduTech
A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for EduTech.
What to know about EduTech
EduTech, short for educational technology, encompasses the innovative integration of digital tools and techniques to enhance teaching and learning. This rapidly evolving field transforms classrooms and educational environments by incorporating advancements like cybersecurity training, online learning platforms, and digital collaboration tools.
Recent developments in EduTech highlight its significant impact worldwide, from introducing coding and cybersecurity education in schools to providing ultra-fast internet connectivity that enables new learning possibilities. EduTech also addresses contemporary challenges such as digital safety, cyberbullying, and bridging the digital divide.
Exploring the stories tagged with EduTech reveals the multifaceted ways technology is shaping education—boosting literacy and numeracy, supporting professional development of teachers, and introducing interactive and gamified learning experiences. Readers interested in the future of education, technological advances, and how digital solutions are equipping students for tomorrow's workforce will find insightful information and inspiring innovations by following the EduTech tag.
Canadian EduTech News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
AI fears hit Canadian workers' careers, report finds
Canadian workers worry AI is squeezing pay and prospects, with university graduates and younger staff feeling the pressure most, Borderless AI says.
Entwistle family backs bursary for underserved students
The donation will fund at least 15 extra bursaries a year for students facing financial barriers to science and technology studies.
University of Toronto Co-op offers year-round tech hiring
Employers across Canada's tech sector can now recruit University of Toronto co-op students year-round, matching placements to project timelines.
Lionel Richie to head TELUS youth fundraising gala
The Toronto fundraiser will channel proceeds into bursaries and community grants for young Canadians facing financial and mental health pressures.
Canadian employers face fiercer battle for tech talent
Hybrid working is emerging as a key draw for Canadian tech staff, with most business leaders saying flexibility now rivals pay in recruitment.
Sharp Canada launches laser projectors for two markets
Sharp Canada rolls out new XP laser projectors, targeting high-brightness large venues and low-maintenance classrooms and meeting rooms.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to EduTech
Expert Columns
Don't rule yourself out of a career in STEM
How do we give to gain in a fractured world?
Investing in her Future: the strategic imperative of women empowering women
The power of mentorship and what tech veterans can learn from the next generation
Beyond Bloom: Why transformation, not creation, represents the peak of learning in the AI era
Shaping the future of learning and work: A new partnership with the University of Waterloo
Recent EduTech News
Extreme launches Wi-Fi 7 access points for indoors
Customers in healthcare, education and venues can add Wi-Fi 7 capacity without major power or switching upgrades, Extreme said.
Commvault brings cloud resilience tools to Google Cloud
Google Cloud customers can now buy Commvault’s cyber resilience tools via Marketplace, bolstering recovery from ransomware and other attacks.
Cyber attacks on universities rise 63% around the world
Data breaches and hacktivism are driving a sharper threat mix, with universities hit 425 times across 67 countries in a year.
Hyland launches AI tools for finance, SAP & education
The new releases aim to cut manual coding, tighten SAP integration and simplify student records as businesses seek embedded AI.
Unit4's Scanmarket tops sourcing data quadrant again
Procurement teams are prioritising risk and contract visibility as Scanmarket by Unit4 secures top ranking again on user feedback.
Proofpoint flags mailbox rule abuse in Microsoft 365
Malicious rules are helping hackers hide in Microsoft 365 inboxes, with Proofpoint saying it saw the tactic in 10% of taken-over accounts.
Gizmo raises USD $22 million to expand AI study platform
Backed by Shine Capital, the London edtech aims to deepen US college growth and widen its AI tools as 13 million learners use it globally.
Khan TED Institute targets low-cost AI-focused degree
Students could gain an AI-focused degree for under USD $10,000 as employers back a new skills-based model for faster entry to work.
Liner launches Figure Generator for academic research
Researchers can now turn paper passages into figures on Liner Scholar, as the new tool aims to speed up explaining complex findings.
Turnitin sees shift from AI detection to classroom use
More than half of educators now want AI disclosed and tailored to assignments, as schools move beyond detection-only policies.
Adobe launches Acrobat Student Spaces for study support
Students worried about revision accuracy can now check AI answers against source documents in Adobe's free Acrobat beta.
LSI wins degree-awarding powers for AI-led teaching
AI-led teaching has passed a key regulatory test as the London School of Innovation gains the right to award its own degrees.
Ontario plans FOI overhaul and tighter cyber rules
Ontario plans to tighten cyber rules while exempting ministers from FOI, in a major overhaul of access and privacy laws for public bodies.
NAKIVO adds vSphere 9, Proxmox 9.1 in backup update
Nakivo updates Backup & Replication to v11.2, adding support for VMware vSphere 9, Proxmox VE 9.x and OAuth 2.0 email authentication.
Cyber attacks stay near record high as GenAI risks grow
Global cyber attacks hover near record highs as unchecked workplace GenAI use exposes sensitive data in one in 31 corporate prompts.
ESET opens 2026 Canada women in cybersecurity awards
ESET opens 2026 Canada Women in Cybersecurity awards, offering three CAD $5,000 scholarships to support aspiring female cyber professionals.
Ottawa backs Atlantic Canada AI with CAD $8.5M fund
Ottawa is investing CAD $8.5M in 40 Atlantic Canada projects to speed AI adoption, boost exports and drive regional productivity gains.
BCIT audit praises strong cybersecurity governance
BC's auditor general has endorsed BCIT's cybersecurity governance, finding a strong, risk-based framework and no need for improvements.
Singapore, Germany, Finland lead youth AI readiness ranks
Singapore, Germany and Finland are ranked best in the world for youth AI readiness, driven by strong digital networks and STEM education.
Siemens unveils autonomous building tech at Frankfurt fair
Siemens unveils an autonomous building portfolio at Frankfurt's Light + Building fair, promising smarter energy, maintenance and comfort.